Revitalize your spirit and connect with the vibrant congenital heart defect (CHD) community through 'Heart to Heart with Anna,' the pioneering podcast that has been inspiring and informing listeners since 11-12-13. Join us as we dive deep into the personal journeys, triumphs, and challenges of Survivors, their loved ones, esteemed medical professionals, and other remarkable individuals within the CHD community.
With unwavering dedication, our heartfelt conversations bring to light the stories that need to be heard. Gain invaluable insights, expert advice, and a sense of empowerment as we explore the multifaceted world of CHD. Our mission is to uplift, educate, and enrich the lives of every member of this incredible community.
Embark on a transformative listening experience where compassion and understanding thrive. Discover the resilience and unwavering spirit that resides within each person touched by CHD. Together, let's build a community where support and knowledge flourish, bringing hope to the forefront.
Tune in to 'Heart to Heart with Anna' and embark on a remarkable journey that will leave you inspired, enlightened, and connected to the beating heart of the CHD community.
Anna Marie Jaworski is the mother of a Heart Warrior born in 1994 with a single ventricle heart who has undergone 3 open-heart surgeries. As a vital, young adult working full-time as a pharmacy tech, Anna is constantly amazed and inspired by her Heart Warrior. Anna strives to let others in the congenital heart defect community understand that they are not alone by hosting this podcast -- the longest-running podcast for the CHD community.
Dr. Paul Grossfeld is a renowned pediatric cardiologist and researcher specializing in congenital heart defects. A professor of pediatrics at UC San Diego, he leads a research lab focused on genetic mechanisms underlying conditions such as Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome. Dr. Grossfeld has authored chapters in five medical books and received grants from the National Institutes of Health (or NIH) and the American Heart Association for his research. Over the past 25 years, he has been invited to speak at prestigious international conferences, sharing his expertise worldwide. Additionally, Dr. Grossfeld served as the medical leader for annual cardiac surgical missions to the Angkor Hospital for Children in Siem Reap, Cambodia from 2006 to 2015, demonstrating his commitment to global health initiatives. He has also served as a cardiology consultant for the United States Olympic Volleyball program for the past 14 years.
Dr. Timothy Nelson directs the Todd and Karen Wanek Family Program for hypoplastic left heart syndrome at Mayo Clinic. His research focuses on cardiovascular regeneration using bioengineered stem cells to treat degenerative diseases, particularly HLHS.
As director of the program, Dr. Nelson and his team are specifically interested in the cause of HLHS and finding ways to delay and prevent heart failure for individuals with HLHS. To better understand and treat this congenital heart disease, the program has taken a multifaceted approach that includes research into stem cells, genetics, imaging tools, and the creation of a biorepository.
Erin Borkowski is Bella's mom, who was diagnosed with HLHS at 20 weeks. Bella, now 11, has undergone all three scheduled surgeries. Erin's family created the nonprofit "Beats for Bella" and she now works with Dr. Nelson at HeartWorks.
Bella has undergone all three scheduled surgeries and is now 11 years old. Erin and her family created a nonprofit organization called Beats for Bella. Additionally, Erin is working with Dr. Nelson at HeartWorks. She is here today to share with us what she’s doing to help the nonprofit organization.
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Rachael Gott is an adult who was born in 1988 with HLHS. She to date hasn’t had any major corrective heart surgeries. She currently has had 13 cardiac ablations, along with two device implants. Rachael is an advocate in the heart community and is passionate in helping others on their own CHD journeys.
Regina is Aubrey Lawrence's mother. Aubrey was born with DiGeorge syndrome which is also known as 22q11.2 deletion syndrome. Regina is also a volunteer with Hearts Unite the Globe, the nonprofit organization that supports podcasts for the CHD community. Regina works on The CHC Podcast: Congenital Heart Conversations.
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